Going The Distance with Go Long: Making Your Life Unapologetically Awesome

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Going the Distance asks hard-hitting questions to professionals, experts, and informed enthusiasts who are looking out for women over the age of 40. Go Long’s Jill Consor Beck doesn’t hold back and launches into each conversation with the goal to dispel myths, uncover life-hacks, and give the audience opportunities to find out how best to navigate their career, health, relationships, and much more. Topics range from fashion to menopause, from sex to religion, and from finance to divorce, all as they relate to living your best life as a woman over 40. But don't worry - men can listen, too.

  1. MAY 14

    What She Taught Me: Series Premiere with Lisa Consor Behar

    What did your mom teach you — and how did it shape the parent, professional, and person you became? In this debut episode of What She Taught Me, Jill sits down with her sister Lisa Consor Behar to reflect on the lessons passed down by their mother, Yvette. From her instinct to protect to the small habits that stuck — like writing thank-you notes and keeping your voice down — they trace how those experiences ripple into their own relationships — and in Lisa's case, her parenting — decades later. They also get into the harder stuff: navigating a parent's Parkinson's diagnosis, offering support from different vantage points, and finding the humor that carries you through.More about Jill & Go Long:• Sign-up for Go Long's newsletter — https://golong.substack.com/subscribe• Learn more about Go Long — https://www.golong.me/how-it-works• Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/justgolong/• Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/justgolong• LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/go-long/Jump to:- 00:00 Casual Conversations and Lunch Plans- 01:28 Introduction to Yvette's Lessons- 03:50 The Role of a Protector- 06:29 Parental Roles and Responsibilities- 08:38 Childhood Experiences and Their Impact- 11:31 Generational Differences in Parenting- 14:04 Lessons Learned from Mom- 16:48 The Importance of Personal Touch in Communication- 19:07 Navigating Family Dynamics and Choices- 22:46 The Role of a Guidance Counselor- 28:46 Coping with Parkinson's: A Family Perspective

    38 min

  2. MAY 6

    In it For the Long Haul: How to Secure a Better Future for You & Your Family with Long-Term Care Planning with Suzanne Scheer

    On this episode, Jill chats with Suzanne Scheer, a long-term care specialist based in the Washington DC area. Suzanne shares her personal journey and expert insights on long-term care insurance, covering what it is, how it works, and why it's crucial for everyone to consider. Jill and Suzanne demystify the complexities of long-term care planning, helping listeners make informed decisions to protect their assets and loved ones. This episode of Going the Distance is not meant to contain legal or financial advice, nor is it establishing a fiduciary relationship of any kind and is for informational purposes only. Please reach out to Suzanne or a long-term care professional to get advice that best suits your needs. More about Jill & Go Long:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign-up for Go Long’s newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Go Long⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ More about Suzanne Scheer: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ Mentioned in this episode: Suzanne’s script for asking the right questions Jump to:00:00 - Introduction to Long-Term Care Insurance 04:58 - Understanding Long-Term Care Insurance Basics 06:20 - Common Misconceptions about Medicare and Long-Term Care 10:13 - Medicare vs. Medicaid Explained 10:24 - Evaluating Candidates for Long-Term Care Insurance 11:36 - The Cost of Self-Funding Long-Term Care 13:57 - Choosing the Right Long-Term Care Plan 15:05 - The Evolution of Long-Term Care Policies 18:18 - Self-Funding vs. Insurance: Weighing Options 20:31 - Metrics for Evaluating Long-Term Care Needs 22:58 - Out-of-Pocket Expenses in Long-Term Care 26:37 - Couples in Assisted Living: Funding Challenges 27:42 - Navigating At-Home Care Decisions 28:22 - Finding the Right Caregiver 31:19 - Navigating Assisted Living and Financial Planning 34:13 - Understanding Long-Term Care Insurance 37:13 - Considerations for Single Women in Long-Term Care 41:16 - The Importance of Powers of Attorney 43:18 - Evaluating Insurance Companies and Financial Solvency 46:12 - Key Tips for Long-Term Care Planning

    55 min

  3. APR 23

    Think About The Future: Unlocking Social Security Secrets for Women Over 55

    In this episode of Going the Distance, Jill has a chat with Eric Blake, founder of Blake Wealth Management and host of the Simply Retirement Podcast. Eric, who specializes in financial advice for women 55+, shares insight for women looking to maximize social security benefits as he and Jill dispel some myths about the current financial system for retirement in the United States. This episode does not constitute financial or retirement advice. Please see your financial advisor for advice specific to your situation. Go Long is a coaching service that provides unique strategies to groups and individuals, specializing in micro-accountability. More about Jill & Go Long:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Sign-up for Go Long’s newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, The Midlife Edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Go Long⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More about Eric Blake: Blake Wealth ManagementThe Simply Retirement PodcastEric Blake on InstagramEric Blake on LinkedIn Jump to:00:00 - Navigating Retirement Challenges03:56 - Understanding Social Security Basics07:47 - Maximizing Social Security Benefits11:22 - The Importance of Planning Ahead15:40 - Advocating for Loved Ones19:07 - Finding Financial Resources22:44 - Strategic Planning for Younger Generations24:36 - Navigating Retirement Transitions30:11 - The Importance of Practicing Retirement32:33 - Understanding Financial Planning for Women41:15 - Key Insights for Women Over 5546:12 - The Future of Financial Advisory for Women

    48 min

  4. MAR 20

    Forever in White Jeans: How to not let your fashion emergency become an existential crisis with Ariana Carps

    In this episode of Going the Distance, Jill consults with past-guest Ariana Carps about a conundrum - what does she do with the unworn pair of white jeans she bought in 2020? Keep? Donate? Replace? This leads Jill to wonder how this type of closet clutter relates to other aspects of our lives, asking how we reconcile with the relics of our past that influence our daily lives. Go Long is a coaching service that provides unique strategies to groups and individuals, specializing in micro-accountability. Mentioned in this episode: Trunk Club Ariana’s first episode: YouTube, Spotify More about Jill & Go Long:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign-up for Go Long’s newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, The Midlife Edit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Go Long⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ More about Ariana Carps: Rear Ends Rear Ends on Instagram Rear Ends on Facebook Jump to: 00:00 - Introduction to Go Long and Fashion Emergency 00:59 - Fashion Emergency: The Quest for Headshots 05:09 - Navigating Fashion Choices for Women of a Certain Age 09:34 - Accountability and Fashion Decisions 10:45 - Fashion Choices and Personal Style 12:44 - The Evolution of Jeans: Trends and Styles 14:22 - Navigating the White Jeans Dilemma 17:18 - Packing Light: The Practicality of White Jeans 18:29 - The Challenge: To Buy or Not to Buy White Jeans? 20:34 - Conclusion: Accountability in Fashion Choices

    22 min

  5. MAR 12

    Let's Get Hired: How Your Child Can Learn Underrated Skills in the Job Hunt

    In this episode, Jill has a discussion with Heather Redisch (Founder, Adulting 101) and Denise Novosel (VP of Talent Acquisition, Fanatics) with a live online audience, recorded on February 5, 2026. Together, they discuss the challenges Gen Z is facing when it comes to making their first career moves and offer tips on how to make the transition more manageable. Questions were provided to Jill in advance by actual Go Long clients and subscribers to Go Long’s Substack, The Midlife Edit. Additional questions were answered based on comments provided by the live audience. Go Long is a coaching service that provides unique strategies to groups and individuals, specializing in micro-accountability. Mentioned in this episode: Adulting 101 MasterclassLinkedInCommon AppHandshakeSquarespaceNortheastern University’s Co-op Program“Be more socially engaged” via Heather’s InstagramGary VaynerchukAnxious Generation - Jonathan HaidtMore about Jill & Go Long:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign-up for Go Long’s newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, The Midlife Edit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Go Long⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More about Denise Novosel: LinkedIn More about Heather Redisch: Website⁠Instagram⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠TikTokJump to: 00:00 - Introduction 00:44 - The Impact of Technology on Confidence 03:24 - Recruitment Journey and Job Market Dynamics 06:16 - Understanding Adulting and Its Challenges 08:47 - Navigating the Job Market Post-COVID 11:59 - Leveraging LinkedIn for Career Opportunities 17:24 - The Role of Career Centers in Job Searches 20:02 - Creative Job Search Strategies 25:53 - Preparing for the Transition to Adulthood 29:06 - Understanding Financial Habits in College 31:34 - Navigating Job Applications and Rejections 34:21 - Building a Personal Portfolio for Job Seekers 37:21 - Exploring Career Paths and Internships 44:02 - Networking in the Sports Industry 49:25 - Balancing Job Search with Financial Needs 54:12 - The Importance of Curiosity in Job Interviews

    58 min

  6. FEB 10

    Dominate Your Diagnosis: Pivoting for a More Purpose-Driven Life with Nicole Lenzen

    In this episode, host Jill Consor Beck and certified coach Nicole Lenzen explore the journey of transitioning from corporate life to coaching, the impact of autoimmune diseases on personal and professional choices, and the challenges of being a solo parent. They discuss the importance of self-care, the complexities of identity, and the need for support systems in navigating career transitions. Together, Jill and Nicole stress the significance of awareness in personal growth and the necessity of creating boundaries in both work and parenting. More about Jill & Go Long:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign-up for Go Long’s newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Go Long⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠More about Nicole Lenzen: ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠LinkedInLayer by Layer Blog Jump to: 00:00 - Introduction to Coaching and Career Transitions 01:01 - Personal Journey and Career Changes 03:57 - Health Challenges and Their Impact 09:39 - Navigating Parenthood and Career 14:21 - Layers of Identity and Self-Discovery 19:01 - Support Systems and Community 22:48 - Healthcare Challenges and Solutions 24:52 - Navigating Pregnancy and Hormonal Changes 27:18 - Mental Clutter and Emotional Weight 28:56 - Integrating Mind, Body, and Heart 33:34 - Awareness and Reflection in Personal Growth 38:27 - Burnout and the Need for Boundaries 43:18 - Empowerment Through Delegation and Self-Care

    48 min

  7. JAN 6

    May Divorce Be With You: What to Know When Divorce May Be Your Only Option with Karen Covy

    In this episode of Going the Distance, host Jill Consor Beck speaks with divorce coach Karen Covy about the complexities of divorce, the importance of understanding one's needs, and the emotional and practical considerations involved in the process. Karen shares her journey from lawyer to divorce coach, emphasizing the need for education and support during such a significant life transition. They cover recognizing when to seek help, navigating financial aspects, preparing for difficult conversations, and the role of mediation versus legal action. They also discuss trends in post-50 divorces and the importance of having a supportive team throughout the divorce process. More about Jill & Go Long:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign-up for Go Long’s newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Go Long⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠More about Karen Covy: ⁠Website⁠⁠Instagram⁠LinkedIn⁠FacebookYouTubeOff the Fence PodcastMentioned in this episode: War of the Roses (1989)Jump to: 00:00 - Introduction to Divorce Coaching and Its Importance 02:57 - Karen's Journey from Lawyer to Divorce Coach 06:05 - Recognizing When to Seek Help in Relationships 09:09 - Understanding the Emotional and Practical Aspects of Divorce 12:00 - Preparing for Divorce: Key Considerations 15:01 - The Role of Professional Support in Divorce 17:50 - Navigating the Divorce Process: What to Expect 20:13 - The Importance of Financial Preparedness in Divorce 23:05 - Choosing the Right Professionals for Divorce Support 25:06 - The Importance of a Team Approach in Divorce 27:00 - Rising Trends in Post-50 Divorces 28:29 - Understanding Client Needs in Divorce Negotiations 32:47 - The Price of Freedom: Paying to Move On 34:58 - Revisiting Divorce Agreements: Relocation Challenges 44:09 - Mediation vs. Arbitration vs. Trial: Understanding Your Options

    51 min

  8. 12/30/2025

    Stop Matching Your Socks: Reducing Friction and Increasing Motivation with Kristen Berman

    In this episode, Jill and Kristen Berman explore the intricacies of behavioral science and its application in coaching and organizational settings. Kristen, a behavioral scientist and co-founder of Irrational Labs, discusses how understanding decision-making and motivation can lead to effective behavior change. They dive deep into the importance of accountability, the role of extrinsic motivation, and the necessity of creating systems that support success. They also touch on the challenges of procrastination, the significance of community, and the impact of multitasking on productivity. Kristen shares insights on designing environments that foster better decision-making and the importance of setting boundaries to manage work stress. More about Jill & Go Long:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign-up for Go Long’s newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Go Long⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedInMore about Kristen Berman: WebsiteIrrational LabsLinkedInMentioned in this episode: Nudge by Richard H. Thaler and Cass SunsteinBehavioral Economics BootcampPeloton Strength Training ClassesDuolingoNuulyRent the RunwayFactor MealsWeak Tie TheoryTom Sawyer EffectAngela DuckworthCalm AppJump to: 00:00 - Introduction to Behavioral Science and Coaching 02:32 - Understanding Decision-Making and Behavior Change 06:32 - The Role of Immediate Benefits in Motivation 10:26 - Extrinsic vs. Intrinsic Motivation 14:02 - Creating Systems for Success 18:25 - Overcoming Procrastination and Decision Fatigue 23:57 - Simplifying Life Through Defaults 24:31 - Shared Resources for Parenting 26:41 - Negotiating Time in Relationships 27:36 - Investing in Personal Well-being 28:24 - Systematic Planning for Family 30:26 - Decision-Making Under Stress 31:54 - Creating Productive Work Environments 33:19 - Building Community for Social Engagement 35:33 - The Importance of Quality Friendships 37:09 - Rethinking Multitasking and Productivity

    43 min
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Going the Distance asks hard-hitting questions to professionals, experts, and informed enthusiasts who are looking out for women over the age of 40. Go Long’s Jill Consor Beck doesn’t hold back and launches into each conversation with the goal to dispel myths, uncover life-hacks, and give the audience opportunities to find out how best to navigate their career, health, relationships, and much more. Topics range from fashion to menopause, from sex to religion, and from finance to divorce, all as they relate to living your best life as a woman over 40. But don't worry - men can listen, too.

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